4 Workshops & Classes in Amsterdam Worth Booking

1.Traditional Dutch Syrup Waffle Making Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,093 reviews · 45 min · from $23Our pick

At Amsterdam’s original stroopwafel workshop, an English-speaking host such as Vince, Lisa, or Julia guides you from dough to caramel filling. You cook two XL waffles, enjoy one with coffee or tea, take one home, and receive a certificate. The 45-minute class suits families, couples, and solo visitors.

“We started with an introduction, and cracked right on. Clear direct instructions delivered in a super fun way!! We had a beautiful time and the instructor makes time for each and everyone one of you. Waffles tasted beautiful aswell and I’m a bad cook lol!!! Definitely recommend”

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2.Amsterdam Traditional Dutch Syrup Waffle Making Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 960 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27Top rated

At Albert Cuypstraat 194, you’ll learn the basics of Dutch stroopwafel making, roll and cook two waffles on a hot iron, fill them with warm syrup, and add decorations if you like. Hosts such as Morris, Jay, Rosa, Lisa, Dirk, and Vasco keep the short class lively. Coffee or tea is included.

“For a 45 min workshop, this was great and it fit nicely into a busy trip. The stroopwafel was delicious and the staff was lovely. What I will say is the flour you use in this class is pre-prepared with additional ingredients so you more or less add water to the flour, knead, and then press the waffle. So if you truly want a workshop that teaches you how to make these the way you would at home, this may not be for you.”

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3.Bols Cocktail Experience and Cocktail Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 666 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $41

Explore 450 years of Bols Genever and liqueur making with a multilingual audio guide, then enjoy a cocktail at the Mirror Bar and learn to mix two or three drinks with a professional bartender. The workshop is in English and suits adults who enjoy drinks, museums, and practical skills.

“The cocktail tour was interesting and easy to use as self guided. The cocktail making class after was a really fun activity.”

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4.3-Course Meal in Historic 1st Class Waiting Rooms

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 292 reviews · from $61

Enjoy a three-course lunch or dinner in Amsterdam Central Station’s former first-class waiting rooms, designed by Pierre Cuypers in 1885. Choose from classic starters, beef, duck, salmon, or vegetarian curry, then finish with tiramisu or Dame blanche. The meal lasts about 2.5 hours.

“We never would have known of this restaurant other than through Get Your Guide. Nice ambience and we enjoyed our experience The food quality was uneven. All of my courses were very good but my wife thought her meal tasted like mediocre quality of an American diner restaurant. By pre-purchasing the meal, it was cheaper than ordering the courses separately at the restaurant. Our waitress seemed harried and never brought the wine that I ordered.”

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